Ethiopia: Following an intensification of fighting on the eve of national elections, which Fano regard as a sham, the organisation has imposed comprehensive travel restrictions across the Amhara Region for the next few days, with the sole exception of ambulance services
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The Centre for Human Rights is gravely concerned by reports of harassment and arrests linked to Ethiopian artist Teddy Afro following the release of his album Etorika.
Artistic freedom must be protected. Read the full statement: https://t.co/rEwC70YLQW
Musicians are often more effective at telling truth to power than journalists or experts. Like him or hate him, Teddy Afro deserves credit for his willingness and courage in saying through song what he sees as failures in Ethiopian politics. Listen!
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During Ethiopia's Easter holiday, the skies above the Amhara region are filled with waves of drones and fighter jets, terrorizing people who are trying to celebrate the holiday, while hiding to avoid being hit by strikes
In Ethiopia, Fano militants based in the Amhara Region launched a large-scale attack in Gondar.
According to reports, more than 650 government soldiers were killed in the fighting, many others were injured, and dozens were taken captive.
The rebels also reportedly seized control of several towns, including Nefas Mewcha, where the town’s mayor was captured.
The Fano offensive is considered one of the largest escalations in recent months.
🚨⚡️In Ethiopia, Fano rebel forces launched a large-scale attack in Gondar, Amhara region, killing over 650 government soldiers, injuring many, capturing dozens, and taking control of several towns, including Nefas Mewcha.